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Somalia Invites Egyptian Forces to Bolster African Union Mission Amid Ethiopia's War Threats

By Philmon Mesfin•01 min read
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#Somalia#Horn of Africa#Africa#Egypt
Somalia Invites Egyptian Forces to Bolster African Union Mission Amid Ethiopia's War Threats
Somali FM Amb. Ahmed Moalim Fiqi meets with Egypt's FM, H.E. Dr. Badr Abdel-Aty.

In a major development, Somali Foreign Minister Ahmed Moalim Fiqi announced that Egyptian forces will join the African Union mission in Somalia (ATMIS) starting in 2025. 

This announcement comes on the heels of Somalia’s strong condemnation of an unprovoked Ethiopian military attack on Somali soldiers in the Gedo region earlier today.

The decision to incorporate Egyptian forces into ATMIS underscores Somalia’s push to strengthen its security partnerships as war threats from Ethiopia amount.

Sources say that Ethiopian National Defense Forces (ENDF) were directly involved in the clashes in Gedo, where multiple Somali military bases were targeted. The attack resulted in casualties among Somali personnel and civilians, sparking outrage from the Somali government.

Somalia’s move to bring Egypt into the AU mission also reflects growing ties between the two nations, following the recent Asmara agreement between Mogadishu and Cairo. 

The agreement focused on enhancing bilateral security and trade cooperation, signaling a strategic alignment as Somalia seeks additional support to counter threats to its sovereignty.

“This is a pivotal moment for regional stability,” remarked Minister Fiqi. “Egypt’s involvement in ATMIS will reinforce Somalia’s efforts to secure peace and stability while sending a strong message to those who seek to undermine our sovereignty.”

The announcement is likely to intensify tensions in the Horn of Africa, with Ethiopia viewing Egypt’s involvement with suspicion due to long-standing regional rivalries. 

Analysts suggest that this development could reshape the balance of power in the region, especially as Ethiopia faces criticism for its aggressive actions against its neighbors.

As the situation unfolds, Somalia’s call for accountability and strategic partnerships signals a bold stance against aggression, stressing its commitment to defending its sovereignty and advancing regional peace.

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